HB 3458
Directs the Department of Education to develop model policies related to the use of student cellular telephones and other personal electronic devices.
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Oregon Department of Education to create model policies for how student cell phones and other electronic devices are used in schools. Each school district must adopt a policy that aligns with at least one of these model policies, and districts not complying with these requirements may be considered ‘nonstandard.’ The policies must support academic activities and independent communications while allowing for some device use.
Key provisions
- The Department of Education will develop model policies for student electronic device use.
- Each district school board must adopt a policy compliant with the least restrictive model policy.
- Policies must support academic activities and independent communications.
- Students may be allowed to use devices that support these activities.
- Schools must provide a process for responding to student requests regarding device use.
- Districts can prohibit certain communications (e.g., during school events).
- Policies must be accessible to school staff and students/parents.
- School districts cannot access student electronic mail or online accounts.
Who is affected
- School districts
- School boards
- Students
- Parents/Guardians
- Oregon Department of Education
Notable changes
- Establishes a framework for district policies on student electronic device use.
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